The idea was to profile the places that challenged our readers in the big smokes to consider a fresh start in a smaller place, without losing all the things that they love about urban life.
The Forecast had already been considering the allure of a downsize when we launched our inaugural Small Cities Index 12 months ago. During 2020 many big-city dwellers thought about life in quainter, quieter spots with space to move around in and fresh air to breathe.
